This rating (Night Visual Flight Rules) allows the holder to command an aircraft for which the pilot is endorsed, at night, in good weather anywhere in Australia. The training for this rating includes night circuits and night navigation exercises.

The course fee provides for

• 12 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings
• Night VFR Rating Test including ATO costs

When you first begin your training, you fly an aircraft with a “fixed pitch” propeller. This means the blade angle is pre determined. Simple and effective, it allows you to get on with the learning to fly. The manual propeller pitch control means an extra control in the aircraft – so that you can vary the blade angle in flight for greater efficiency and speed. But there is a bit more to it than just that. In addition there is also the retractable bit – wheels go up and down! Again more speed and efficiency.

The course fee provides for

• 2 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Tail wheel aircraft require a higher degree of manipulative skills and are generally more demanding than the tricycle type. This endorsement is a great source of self-satisfaction when mastered.
Advantages for an instructor and also most high performance aerobatic aircraft are Tail Wheel types.

The course fee provides for

• 4 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

*Optional Spinning Endorsement

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Nothing improves a pilot’s confidence or skill like aerobatics. Having explored the limits of the aircraft and the pilot, a realisation is made that normal cruising flight is well inside the extremities of both. A pilot who has seen even only a few aerobatics is just a little more competent. This endorsement does not fit into any of the previous training, but is none the less thoroughly recommended.

The course fee provides for
(Basic)

• 4 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

(Advanced)

• 3 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Formation flying is arguably the most satisfying, demanding and skilled form of flying there is. It calls for dedication, determination, concentration and courage. Like any flying, discipline is the essential ingredient and having learnt how to do it, the next time you watch one of the many military teams putting their aircraft through their paces, you’ll appreciate how skilled they are. Two students are required at a time – obviously you can’t learn to fly in formation alone! Because so many students are in this school at any time, it is never hard to find someone who wants to do the endorsement with you. Briefs precede the flying lessons which are initially given by staff and then subsequently by you. In the air you share take offs and landings as leader and wingman. We break the endorsement into basic and advanced routines.

The course fee provides for
(Basic)

• 6 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

(Advanced)

• 6 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

This course is designed to teach a qualified pilot how to fly an aircraft with more than one engine. The principles learned and practiced during this rating apply to many multi-engine aircraft through to airliners. This training may be for the pilot who merely wishes to learn to fly a twin-engine aircraft, it may be part of the Commercial Training Program or it may also be part of an Instrument Rating. The time required to achieve this rating will vary depending on the pilots’ initial level of performance and experience.

The course fee provides for

• 7 hours of flying
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

This is the rating that allows you to fly in cloud – in other words, go anywhere at anytime in any weather. The rating can be accomplished in either a single or twin-engine aircraft as long as the aircraft has approval to be flown in cloud. The training quoted below is the minimum required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. However, there is a minimum requirement to meet a set competency standard to be safe. To meet this standard, any additional training is charged at standard rates.

The course fee provides for

• 27.5 hours of flying
• 18 hours simulator
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

A Commercial Pilot must hold a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating to carry fare paying passengers in all weather conditions. Commercial operators usually require their pilots to hold this qualification before they can conduct charters in their twin engine aircraft. This syllabus of training is the same a PPL holder may undertake, except that it credits the CPL holder with the 10 hours instrument flight time conducted during commercial training.

The course fee provides for

• 22.1 hours of flying
• 13 hours simulator
• All Flight Instructor time appropriate to the flying syllabus
• All pre-flight and post-flight briefings

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Associated with each licence or rating is an aeronautical knowledge (commonly referred to as 'Theory') requirement. Throughout the flying training program a student will be faced with a number of written examinations in order to demonstrate their level of aeronautical knowledge. There are several options open to students preparing for these examinations, including self-study, but we think you will wish to take advantage of a full-time theory course here at FTA. It is important to obtain a thorough understanding at each stage of training as this provides the foundation for later learning, and will also enable you to get the most from your air-time. The courses are run on a continuous cycle (so there's never long to wait for the subject you want) and are programmed to fit with your flight training schedule.

Benefits of FTA Theory

• Build solid foundations for future development
• Maximise learning outcomes from flight training
• Training runs on a continuous cycle
• Programmed to fit in with your flight training
• Experienced and qualified theory instructor
• High exam pass rate
• Competitive prices

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

The BAK course covers the Day-VFR syllabus (Block 1) requirements, incorporating the Pre-Solo, Pre-Area Solo and Basic Aeronautical Knowledge theory examinations.
 

During this phase, students will be introduced to the fundamentals associated with flying aeroplanes and will be required to familiarise themselves with aviation terminology. Topics examined will include an introduction to flight documentation, principles of flight and airport procedures.
 

Students will be introduced to more efficient operation of the aircraft and basic navigation skills. Topics examined will include flight rules and procedures and aircraft systems. The aim of this phase is to provide students with the knowledge necessary to operate an aircraft safely under a variety of conditions, including solo flight away from the vicinity of the aerodrome.
 

This is the final phase of Block One and will include an introduction to weight and balance, basic meteorology and the calculation of take-off and landing performance. The aim of this phase is both to consolidate and develop the knowledge gained during previous phases. At the completion of Block One all students will sit the Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (BAK) exam which is necessary prior to attempting the General Flying Progress Test, and is a prerequisite for the Private and Commercial Examinations.

Course Duration: 1-2 weeks

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Students will be required to extend their knowledge of flight rules and procedures and aerodynamics, and will be introduced to emergency procedures, airspace rules and limitations, meteorology and navigation techniques. The objective is to enable students to complete the Civil Aviation Safety Authority PPL Theory Exam and meet the demands associated with cross-country operations.

Course Duration: 2 weeks

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

The final goal in Block 2 of the Day- VFR Syllabus is the completion of the CPL Theory Examination. With the introduction of the Cyber-Exam system, the CPL exam has expanded to become seven separate examinations covering the following syllabus topic areas:

• Aircraft General Knowledge
• Flight Rules and Air Law
• Aerodynamics
• Navigation
• Aircraft Operation, Performance & Planning
• Meteorology;
• Human Performance and Limitations

Course Duration: 6 weeks

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

The theory examination for the Instrument Rating includes meteorology, radio navigation, and the procedures and regulations pertaining to flight under Instrument Flight Rules.

Course Duration: 1 week

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

ATPL Theory comprises 7 subjects.  The course is conducted by Advanced Flight Theory at Maroochydore.  Four of the 7 subjects are delivered in classroom lectures.  The remaining 3 subjects are completed with course notes.

Course Duration: 5 weeks

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE

Students from years 9 and above are invited to attend and will experience (3) hours of hands-on -flying with an instructor and experience the exhilaration of flight. Also over the three days the student will participate in aero-modelling, visit the Brisbane Air Traffic Control Tower, visit FTA's aircraft maintenance and engineering division, guest speaker on aviation medicine and aviation career decisions.

Flight Training Australia is one of the largest, commercially operated and leading flying colleges in Queensland. We are located at Archerfield Airport which is in a General Aviation Control Zone, with a control tower, allowing each student to develop a professional approach to his/her flying from the first lesson.

Start dates for our Junior Aviation Academy courses for 2005 are as shown below:-

• 12/13/14 January (Summer School)
• 30/31/01 March/April (Autumn School)
• 22/23/24 June (Winter School)
• 14/15/16 September (Spring School)

All flying COSTS for JAA Levels and LOGGED FLYING TIME are credited off Full-Time Courses after completing Year 12. Flight Training Australia has many graduates now flying for international and national airlines around the world and was the flying school in Queensland to be selected by a major Australian Airline to convert and train flight engineers to pilots.

The Junior Aviation Academy is broken into three Levels, Level 1, Level 2, 3, 4, 5, etc Level 1 is for the basic stage and Level 2 onwards is the advanced stage, whereby the students complete (4) hours of flying and briefings all designed as an elective subject for high school students in Queensland Schools.

A wide selection of accommodation is available, including homestay or shared at various rates on request. Also available is airport transfers.
Please note - Prices are in AUD$ and some courses may be subject to GST.  Prices are based on the minimum standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and are effective from 15^th March 2005.  Prices may be subject to change without notice.  If additional training is required to achieve the standard required by CASA, this will be charged at the applicable rate.  E&OE